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2018 Maplewood Fall Classic September 14th – 16th, 2018 Vadnais Heights, MN

SCHEDULED OFFICIALS

Chief Referee Jennifer Gillespie Woodbury, Minnesota Chief Accountant Kathy Anderson Stillwater, Minnesota Music William “Chip” Rauth Bloomington, Minnesota

Vadnais Sports Center 1490 County Road E East Vadnais Heights, Minnesota 55110 651/481-1000 Rink 1: 85’ x 200’ and Rink 2: 85’ x 200’

Sanctioned by:

Hosted by: The Maplewood Figure Skating Club

Free SkatingSpinsCompulsory/Short ProgramLight/Dramatic entertainment SkatingInterpretiveJumpsExcel Free SkateDance Moves in the fieldFree Dance

RULES: The 39th Annual Maplewood Fall Classic will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations of U.S. Figure Skating, as set forth in the current rulebook, as well as any pertinent updates which have been posted on the U.S. Figure Skating website.

This competition is open to all eligible, restricted, reinstated or readmitted persons as defined by the Eligibility Rules, and is a currently registered member of a U.S. Figure Skating member club, a collegiate club or an individual member in accordance with the current rulebook. Please refer to the current rulebook for non-U.S. Citizens

ELIGIBILITY: The competition is open to ALL qualified amateur skaters who are current eligible members of either the Basic Skills Program and/or are full members of U.S. Figure Skating. To be eligible, skaters must have submitted a membership application and be a member in good standing of U.S. Figure Skating. Skaters may compete in as many events as qualified by their test level as of August 12th, 2018, or at one level higher. If there is more than one group at the level of Pre-Juvenile or above, the groups will be formed by random grouping, and all lower levels will be grouped according to age.

ENTRIES: First event fee will be $120.00 for 6.0 events and $30.00 for each additional event. For Championship or IJS events (Intermediate through Senior & Adult), Long and Short programs will be skated as a combined event for a fee of $160. Solo short or solo long program will be at a fee of $130.00 for 1 event any additional events will be $30.00 per event. The fee for Juvenile and Open Juvenile Well Balanced Free Skate will be $120, and any additional events (including Short Program) will incur a fee of $30 per event.

Entry fee for Compete USA Basic skills events will be $75.00 for the first event and $30.00 for each additional event. Compete USA events can be entered using entryeeze or using the paper entry. If using the paper entry Make checks payable to the Maplewood Figure Skating Club

ONLINE ONLY registration for all events other than Compete USA- Paper entries for compete Compete USA events are available on the last page of the announcement Deadline for online is August 14th,2018. Paper entries must be postmarked by th August 12 , 2018 Secure Online Registration and credit card payment will be available at: www.mfscskate.org. Please indicate on the on line registration if skater is the only skater in event if they still would want to skate or be issued a refund.

Late entries will only be accepted at the discretion of the Maplewood Figure Skating Club and the Chief Referee and an additional fee of $25.00 will be assessed for late entries. Skater and Coaches schedules will be posted: www.mfscskate.org via Entryeeze Skaters will be able to choose their own practice ice sessions online after the schedule is posted. Joyce Schwartz 2800 Hilltop Court North St. Paul , MN 55109 612 325 4665 e-mail: [email protected] (preferred method of communication) Please check our web site, www.mfscskate.org for any possible changes or corrections to this application. Please note that your coach is required to approve your application either on line or on the application form (for compete USA). Her/His approval verifies your level of competition and the events you are competing in. Home Club officer signature is required (on paper entries) to validate that you are in good club standing and to certify the information included on your form. For those registering online, your coach and designated home club officer will receive an email asking for approval.

Note: In the Event that a skater has signed up for an incorrect level or event, the chief referee must approve all changes. A charge will be made for correcting mistakes made after an application has been submitted and a $25 change/add fee.

Refunds: According to Rule 3047, entry fees are refundable only if the competition is not held or if withdrawal of an entry is made before the closing date. If you registered online, the processing fee is not refundable for any reason. There will be no refunds under any circumstances (including medical) after closing date.

Late entries will be accepted by the discretion of the referee and must be accompanied with an additional late fee of $25.00

REGISTRATION: The registration desk at the Vadnais Sports Center will be open during all practice and competition sessions. Competitors should arrive at the arena 45 minutes before the scheduled time of their event.

PRACTICE ICE: There will be no official practice ice included in your registration fee. Practice ice will begin on Friday, September 14th, 2018 (we may have practice ice available Thursday evening, September 13th – see the practice ice schedule that will be posted after the schedule is completed) Practice ice sign up will be online only, although there may be Practice available for purchase at the facility on each day of the competition.

CANCELLATIONS: Any scheduled event may be canceled or combined if there are fewer than three entrants or if the Chief Referee determines that insufficient ice time is available to complete all events in an orderly manner.

SPECIAL NOTE: The Competition Committee and the Chief Referee reserve the right to separate combined Light/dramatic and Interpretive Free Skating groups in order to keep fair group sizes. Skaters may be required to skate more than one event on one day.

ADMISSION: There will be no admission fee to the Maplewood Fall Classic.

MUSIC: Only CD’s (standard compact disc format only) will be accepted. They should be clearly marked with the skater’s name and event. CD’s must contain only one track and be recorded on CD-R media (no CD-RW’s due to compatibility problems). It is suggested that you have a duplicate CD available with you. You must turn your music in at the registration desk when you register, NO EXCEPTIONS. All care will be taken, but the Maplewood Figure Skating Club can assume no responsibility for the CDs. CDs will be returned to the registration desk after each event. CDs not collected prior to the end of the competition will only be returned at the participant's request and expense.

AWARDS: There may be final rounds for non-IJS Well Balanced Free Skating events if warranted by the number of skaters. Participation in a final round will not incur any additional cost, and eligibility will be based upon the number of skaters competing (i.e. either the top three or top four in each qualifying round). Medals will be awarded -the top three skaters will receive the Gold/Silver and Bronze in each group for Well Balanced and Excel Free skate and will all others will receive participation medals- as well as to the top three skaters in each group for Compulsory, Short Program, Artistic, Interpretive, Spins and Jumps. The top three skaters in the Beginner and Pre Preliminary Compulsory and Free Skating events will be given awards as above, and participation medals will be given to all other participants in the group. The participation medals may be picked up at the awards desk. Trophies and medals will be presented off-ice after results for each event are posted. The awards desk is located near the photographer.

VIDEO (DVD) AND PICTURES: At this year’s competition there will be video of the events available for purchase. Please ask the videographer for more information. An official photographer will be present to take event and individual awards pictures.

TEST SESSION: Singles and Dance testing will be available on Thursday, September 13th, 2018 at the Vadnais Sports Center. This test session will be conducted by the Maplewood Figure Skating Club. If you would like to test on September 13th, please complete the test session application and postmark it by September 4th, 2018.

LOST AND FOUND: Lost and Found items may be claimed at the registration desk

Liability ~ U.S. Figure Skating, the Maplewood Figure Skating Club and the Vadnais sports Arena accept no responsibility for injury or damage sustained by any participant in this competition. This is in accordance with Rule 1600 of the official U.S. Figure Skating Rulebook.

ACCOMMODATIONS: See our web site, www.mfscskate.org for a list of recommended hotels nearby.

IJS EVENTS: We will be using IJS for all Championship events and Well Balanced Free Skate Long and Short Program events Juvenile through Senior. Adult will be 6.0 with the exception of the adult Silver thru masters will be judged using the IJS system. We will also be using the IJS “Mini” System for these events. All other events will use the 6.0 system.

All IJS competing in Well Balanced Free skating events must submit their planned program content through Entryeeze.

Judges will provide critiques for all skaters competing in IJS events at no charge upon request if possible due to time restraints. Please let the registration desk know when you check in if you would like a critique of your Well Balanced Free Skate and/or Short Program. Critiques will generally be provided immediately after the event, or as soon as possible thereafter.

INFORMATION REGARDING COACHES: U.S. Figure Skating Rule MR 5.11 Coach Compliance In order to be granted access to work within U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned activities, each coach must complete the following requirements on an annual basis by July 1: A. Must be a current full member of U.S. Figure Skating - either through a member club or as an individual member; B. Must complete the coach registration process through the U.S. Figure Skating Members Only site, submit proper payment for the annual registration fee of $30 and, if 18 years of age or older, successfully pass the background screen. C. Must complete the appropriate CER courses (A,B, C or D) depending on the highest level of students being coached as of July 1. See rule MR 5.12. D. Must submit proof of current general liability insurance with limits of $1 million per occurrence/$5 million aggregate.

For Basic Skills ONLY coaches - Any person, 18 and older, instructing in a U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Program must have successfully passed the annual background screen and be registered as a Basic Skills instructor member.

The local organizing committee/club will have a list of compliant coaches who are cleared for a credential at the competition. Coaches will need to check in at the event registration desk and show a government issued photo I.D. to receive a credential.

If a coach cannot provide a photo I.D. and is not on the list or cannot produce the necessary documents, he or she will not be allowed a credential – no exceptions. We strongly urge all coaches to have their cards with them. Non-credentialed coaches will not be permitted in the designated coaching area at rink side during events including practice sessions. Coaching at U.S. Figure Skating events without compliance is an ethics violation which is reported to U.S. Figure Skating and PSA.

For more information regarding Coach Compliance, please refer to: http://www.usfigureskating.org/Content/Coaching%20Compliance%20Toolkit.pdf

SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 6 ELEMENTS Two format options for the Elements Event: 1. Each skater will perform each element when directed by a judge/referee OR 2. Skater will perform one element at a time in the order listed below (no excessive connecting steps or choreography) Judge/referee directed example: all skaters perform first element before moving on to the next and so on, or each skater performs all of the required elements before moving on to the next skater.  To be skated on 1/3 to 1/2 ice (determined by the LOC)  No music  Divide Snowplow Sam skaters by level (1-4), if registrations warrant  All elements must be skated in the order listed.

Level Time Skating rules/standards  March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:00 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam  Forward snowplow stop  Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row  Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:00 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row  Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot  Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row  Forward one-foot glide (no variations), either foot 1:00 max.  Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot Basic 2  Moving snowplow stop  Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward  Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row  Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:00 max.  Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive  Forward slalom  Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle  Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot  Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise Basic 4 1:00 max.  Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise  Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive  Backward one-foot glides (no variations), right and left  Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 4 revolutions  Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise  Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise Basic 5 1:00 max.  Forward outside three-turn, right and left  Advanced two-foot spin, minimum 4 revolutions  Hockey stop  Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:00 max.  Bunny Hop  Basic forward spiral on a straight line (no variations), right or left  Beginning one-foot spin, maximum 3 revolutions, optional free leg held position and entry  T-stop, right or left

SNOWPLOW SAM – BASIC 6 PROGRAM WITH MUSIC Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times the element is executed or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise specified.  To be skated on full ice with music.  The skater may use elements from a previous level.  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.  Divide Snowplow Sam skaters by level (1-4), if registrations warrant

Level Time Skating rules/standards  March followed by a two-foot glide and dip Snowplow 1:10 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 2-3 in a row Sam  Forward snowplow stop  Backward wiggles, 2-6 in a row  Forward two-foot glide and dip Basic 1 1:10 max.  Forward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row  Beginning snowplow stop on two-feet or one-foot  Backward wiggles, 6-8 in a row  Forward one-foot glide (no variations), either foot Basic 2 1:10 max.  Scooter pushes, right and left foot, 2-3 each foot  Moving snowplow stop  Two-foot turn in place, forward to backward  Backward two-foot swizzles, 6-8 in a row  Beginning forward stroking showing correct use of blade Basic 3 1:10 max.  Forward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive  Forward slalom  Moving forward to backward two-foot turn on a circle  Beginning backward one-foot glide, either foot  Forward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise Basic 4 1:10 max.  Forward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise  Backward ½ swizzle pumps on a circle, either clockwise or counterclockwise, 4-6 consecutive  Backward one-foot glides (no variations), right and left  Beginning two-foot spin, maximum 4 revolutions  Backward outside edge on a circle, clockwise or counterclockwise  Backward crossovers, 4-6 consecutive, clockwise and counterclockwise Basic 5 1:10 max.  Forward outside three-turn, right and left  Advanced two-foot spin, minimum 4 revolutions  Hockey stop  Forward inside three-turn, right and left Basic 6 1:10 max.  Bunny Hop  Basic forward spiral on a straight line (no variations), right or left  Beginning one-foot spin, maximum 3 revolutions, optional entry and free leg position  T-stop, right or left

PRE-FREE SKATE – FREE SKATE 1-6 COMPULSORY Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional.  To be skated on ½ ice.  No music  The skater must demonstrate the required elements listed  Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.  Time: 1:15 maximum Level Time Skating rules/standards  Forward inside open Mohawk from a standstill position (R to L and L to R)  Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down and Pre-Free Skate 1:15 max. cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise  Basic one-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position - minimum 3 revolutions  Mazurka  Waltz jump  Forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive powerful strokes Free Skate 1 1:15 max.  Backward outside three-turns, right and left  One-foot upright spin, entry from backward crossovers, with free foot in crossed leg position (scratch spin) - minimum 4 revolutions  Toe loop  Half flip jump  Alternating forward outside spiral (right and left) and forward inside spiral Free Skate 2 1:15 max. (right and left) on a continuous axis  Backward inside three-turns, right and left  Beginning back spin- maximum 2 revolutions  Half Lutz  Salchow jump  Alternating Mohawk/crossover sequence, right to left and left to right Free Skate 3 1:15 max.  Waltz three-turns, 2 sets clockwise and 2 sets counterclockwise  Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position- minimum 3 revolutions  Loop jump  Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination  Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left Free Skate 4 1:15 max.  Sit spin - minimum 3 revolutions  Half loop jump  Flip jump  Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both Free Skate 5 1:15 max. directions  Camel spin - minimum 3 revolutions  Waltz jump-loop jump combination  Lutz jump  Forward power pulls, minimum 3 on each foot Free Skate 6 1:15 max.  Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total  Waltz jump, ½ loop, Salchow jump sequence  Beginning Axel jump

PRE-FREE SKATE – FREE SKATE 1-6 PROGRAM WITH MUSIC Format: The skating order of the required elements is optional. The elements are not restricted as to the number of times an element is executed, length of glides, number of revolutions, etc., unless otherwise stated. Connecting steps and transitions should be demonstrated throughout the program.  To be skated on full ice.  The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use but is not required to use any additional elements from previous levels.  Bonus skills from the same level or below are allowed but will not be judged elements.  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.  Time 1:40 max. Level Time Skating rules/standards  Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a forward inside edge, Pre-Free Skate 1:40 max. clockwise and counterclockwise  Basic one-foot upright spin, optional entry and free-foot position- minimum 3 revolutions  Mazurka  Waltz jump  NOT ALLOWED -Waltz jump, side toe hop, waltz jump  Forward stroking, 4-6 consecutive powerful strokes Free Skate 1 1:40 max.  One-foot upright spin, entry from backward crossovers, with free foot in crossed leg position (scratch spin) - minimum 4 revolutions  Toe loop jump  Half flip jump  NOT ALLOWED – Waltz jump/toe loop combination  Alternating forward outside spiral (right and left) and forward inside spiral Free Skate 2 1:40 max. (right and left) on a continuous axis  Beginning back spin- maximum 2 revolutions  Half Lutz  Salchow jump  NOT ALLOWED – Salchow/toe loop combination  Alternating Mohawk/crossover sequence, right to left and left to right Free Skate 3 1:40 max.  Advanced back spin with free foot in crossed leg position, minimum 3 revolutions  Loop jump  Waltz jump/toe loop or Salchow/toe loop jump combination  NOT ALLOWED – Waltz/loop combination  Forward power 3's, 2-3 consecutive sets, right or left Free Skate 4 1:40 max.  Sit spin – minimum 3 revolutions  Half Loop jump  Flip jump  NOT ALLOWED – Waltz/half-loop/Salchow sequence  Backward outside three-turn, Mohawk (backward power three-turn), both Free Skate 5 1:40 max. directions  Camel spin – minimum 3 revolutions  Waltz-loop jump combination  Lutz jump  Creative step sequence using a variety of three turns, Mohawks and toe steps Free Skate 6 1:40 max.  Camel, sit spin combination - minimum of 4 revolutions total  Waltz jump/ half-loop/Salchow jump sequence  Beginning Axel jump

EXCEL COMPULSORY Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional.  To be skated on ½ ice.  No music  The skater must demonstrate the required elements listed  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.  Time: 1:15 maximum  Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than free skate program.

Level Time Skating rules/standards  Toe loop jump Excel Beginner 1:15 max.  Salchow jump  One-foot upright spin - minimum 3 revolutions  Choreographic step sequence  Loop jump Excel High 1:15 max.  Salchow/toe loop combination Beginner  Sit spin - minimum 3 revolutions  Choreographic step sequence  Flip jump Excel Pre- 1:15 max.  Loop/loop jump combination Preliminary  Upright spin with change of foot – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot  Choreographic step sequence  Lutz jump Excel Preliminary 1:15 max.  Flip/loop jump combination  Camel, sit combination spin – minimum 6 revolutions total  Choreographic step sequence

WELL BALANCED LEVELS COMPULSORY Format: In simple program form, using a limited number of connecting steps, the skating order of the required elements is optional.  To be skated on ½ ice.  No music  The skater must demonstrate the required elements listed  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level.  Time: 1:15 maximum  Skaters may have the option to skate one level higher in compulsories than free skate program.

Level Time Skating rules/standards  Loop jump No-Test 1:15 max.  Jump combination to include a toe loop (may not use a loop or Axel)  Upright spin with change of foot – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot  Choreographic step sequence  Lutz jump Pre-Preliminary 1:15 max.  Jump combination: single/single (no Axel)  Spin with one change of position and no change of foot – minimum 6 revolutions total  Choreographic step sequence  Axel jump Preliminary 1:15 max.  Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel)  Spin with one change of foot and one change of position – minimum 3 revolutions on each foot  Choreographic step sequence

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: COMPULSORY MOVES

General event parameters: 1. No Test – Juvenile: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Intermediate – Senior: Elements skated on full-ice 3. The skater must demonstrate the required elements (performed once only) and may use any additional elements from previous levels. 4. A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element performed from a higher level. 5. Music is not allowed. 6. Skaters may compete at their test level or one level higher.

Level Time Skating rules/standards 1. . 1. 1. 1. Single jump (may include Axel) Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single (may include Axel) Juvenile 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence - circular 1. Single Axel Juvenile & 1:15 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single Open Juv. 3. Layback spin or camel spin - minimum three revolutions 4. Step sequence – circular 1. Double Salchow or double toe loop Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: single/single or double/single 3. Flying spin, minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line 1. Double loop Novice 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/single or double/double 3. Flying spin - minimum five revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line 1. Double flip Junior 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line 1. Double Lutz Senior 1:30 max. 2. Jump combination: double/double or triple/double 3. Combination spin - minimum 10 revolutions 4. Step sequence – straight line

EXCEL FREE SKATE General event parameters:  Skaters may not enter both a Well-Balanced Free Skate event and an Excel Free Skate event at the same competition.  Skaters will skate to the music of their choice.  Level will be determined by the highest Free Skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the  highest level they have passed, or skate up one level higher. Excel Beginner Maximum 4 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  Jumps with no more than one-half rotation  Two upright spins Choreographic Step Free Skate (front to back or back to front)  No change of foot Sequence* (ChSt) 1:40 Max.  Single rotation jumps: Salchow, toe loop  No flying entry  Must use one-half of the only  Minimum 3 ice surface Must not have passed higher  Half Loops are not allowed. revolutions  Moves in the field and spiral sequences are than Learn to Skate USA Free  Maximum 2 jump combinations or sequences allowed but will not be Skate 2  Maximum 2 of any same jump counted as elements  Jumps may be included in the step sequence

Excel High Beginner Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  Jumps with no more than one-half rotation  Both spins must be in Choreographic Step Free Skate (front to back or back to front) a single position Sequence* (ChSt) 1:40 Max.  Single rotation jumps: toe loop, Salchow,  No flying entry  Must use one-half of the half-loop, loop  Permitted forward ice surface Must not have passed higher  Flip, Lutz, & Axel NOT permitted spins: upright, sit,  Moves in the field and spiral sequences are than Learn to Skate USA Free  Maximum 2 jump combinations or camel sequences  Permitted back spins: allowed but will not be Skate 4  Maximum 2 of any same jump upright counted as elements  Minimum 3  Jumps may be included in revolutions the step sequence  Spins must be of a different character

Excel Pre-Preliminary Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel  One spin must be in a Choreographic Step 1:40 Max.  No single Axels, double, or higher jumps single position* Sequence* (ChSt) allowed  One spin may change  Must use one-half of the Must not have passed higher  Number of single jumps (except single Axel) feet and/or position ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating Pre- is not limited provided the maximum  No flying entry  Moves in the field and preliminary free skate test number of jump elements allowed is not  Minimum 3 spiral sequences are exceeded revolutions allowed but will not be counted as elements *means required element  Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump  Spins must be of a sequences different character  Jumps may be included in

 Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One the step sequence Full U.S. Figure Skating 3-jump combination is allowed membership required  Jump sequences are limited to a maximum

of 3 single jumps

Excel Preliminary Plus Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  All single jumps allowed, including single Axel  One spin must be in Choreographic Step 1:30 +/- 10 sec.  No double, or higher jumps allowed a single position* Sequence* (ChSt)  Single Axel may be repeated once (but not  One spin may  Must use one-half of Must not have passed higher more) as a solo jump or part of a jump change feet and/or the ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating sequence or jump combination (maximum 2 position  Moves in the field and preliminary free skate test single Axels)  No flying entry spiral sequences are  Number of remaining single jumps is not  Minimum 3 allowed but will not be counted as elements *means required element limited provided the maximum number of revolutions jump elements allowed is not exceeded  Spins must be of a  Jumps may be

 Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump different character included in the step Full U.S. Figure Skating sequences sequence membership required  All single jumps, including the single Axel are allowed as part of a jump combination or sequence (no double jumps)  Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One 3- jump combination is allowed  Jump sequences limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps

Excel Preliminary Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel  One spin must be in a Choreographic Step 1:30 +/- 10 sec.  No single Axels, double, or higher jumps single position* Sequence* (ChSt) allowed  One spin may change  Must use one-half of the Must not have passed higher  Number of single jumps (except single Axel) feet and/or position ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating is not limited provided the maximum  No flying entry  Moves in the field and Preliminary free skate test number of jump elements allowed is not  Minimum 3 spiral sequences are exceeded revolutions allowed but will not be *means required element  Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump  Spins must be of a counted as elements

sequences different character  Jumps may be included in  Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. One the step sequence Full U.S. Figure Skating 3-jump combination is allowed membership required  Jump sequences are limited to a maximum of 3 single jumps

Excel Pre-Juvenile Maximum 5 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: All single jumps allowed, except for the Axel  1 spin combination,  Choreographic Step 2:00 +/- 10 seconds  No single Axels, double, or higher jumps with or without Sequence* (ChSt) allowed change of foot* o Must fully utilize Must not have passed higher  Number of single jumps (except single Axel) o Minimum 6 the ice surface than U.S. Figure Skating pre- is not limited provided the maximum revolutions o Moves in the field juvenile free skate test number of jump elements allowed is not o No flying entry and spiral exceeded  1 spin with only 1 sequences are  Maximum 2 jump combinations or jump position* allowed but will *means required element sequences o No change of not be counted as o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. foot elements Full U.S. Figure Skating One 3-jump combination is allowed o No flying entry o Jumps may be membership required o Jump sequences limited to a maximum of o Minimum 4 included in the 3 single jumps revolutions choreographic Spins must be of a step sequence different character

Excel Intermediate** Maximum 6 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination,  Ch 2:40 +/- 10 seconds

Excel Intermediate** Maximum 6 jump elements: Maximum 2 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:   1 must be an Axel-type jump* 2:40 +/- 10 seconds 1 spin combination, with   All single jumps, including the single or without change of foot* Choreographic Step Axel, allowed. Double Salchow, double Sequence* (ChSt) Must not have passed higher toe loop, double loop allowed than U.S. Figure Skating  Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel o Minimum 6 intermediate free skate test and higher jumps not allowed revolutions o Must fully utilize the o Minimum 2 ice surface  No more than 1 Axel plus and 2 revolutions in different double jumps may be repeated *means required element each position once (but not more) as solo jumps or part of a jump sequence or jump Full U.S. Figure Skating combination membership required  Number of single jumps is not limited 1 spin with only 1 provided the maximum number of jump position* elements allowed is not exceeded   Maximum 3 jump combinations or o No change of foot sequences  Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps. o Minimum 5 One 3 jump combination is permitted. revolutions  Number of jumps in jump sequence is not limited Both Spins may start with a flying entry

Spins must be of a different character

Excel Novice** Maximum 6 jump elements for ladies, 7 for men: Maximum 3 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence: Ladies: 3:00 +/- 10  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination, with  Choreographic seconds  All single jumps, including the single Axel, or without change of Step Sequence* allowed. Double Salchow, double toe loop, foot* (ChSt) Men: 3:30 +/- 10 double loop, double flip allowed o Minimum 8 o Must fully seconds o Double Lutz, double Axel and higher revolutions utilize the ice jumps not allowed o Minimum 2 surface Must not have passed higher than U.S. o No more than 1 Axel and 3 different revolutions in each Figure Skating novice free skate test double jumps may be repeated, and if position repeated, at least 1 attempt must be as  1 flying spin with no *means required element part of a jump combination or sequence change of foot or o There is no limit to the number of single position* Full U.S. Figure Skating membership jumps that can be repeated, but no o Minimum 6 required allowable double jump can be included revolutions more than twice  3rd spin is option of  Maximum 3 jump combinations or sequences skater o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps.  All spins may start with a One 3 jump combination with a maximum flying entry. of 3 jumps is allowed  Spins must be of a o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not different character limited

Excel Junior Maximum 7 jump elements Maximum 3 spins: Maximum 1 Sequence:  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination, with  Choreographic 3:30 +/- 10 seconds o All single and double jumps allowed, or without change of Step Sequence* except the double Axel. foot* (ChSt) Must not have passed higher o Double Axel and higher jumps not o Minimum 10 o Must fully allowed revolutions utilize the ice than U.S. Figure Skating junior free skate test o No double jump can be included more o All 3 basic surface

than twice, and if repeated, at least 1 positions with *means required element attempt must be as part of a jump minimum 2 combination or sequence revolutions in each o Maximum 3 jump combinations or position for highest Full U.S. Figure Skating sequences. Jump combinations limited to base value membership required 2 jumps. One 3-jump combination is  1 spin with a flying allowed entry* o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not o Minimum 6 limited revolutions  1 spin with only one position* o Minimum 6 revolutions  All spins may start with a flying entry.  Spins must be of a different character

Excel Senior Maximum 7 jump elements Maximum 3 spins: Maximum 2  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  1 spin combination, with Sequences: 4:00 +/-10 seconds o All single and double jumps allowed, or without change of  Choreographic including the double Axel. foot* Step Sequence* Must not have passed higher o Triple and higher jumps not allowed o Minimum 10 (ChSt) than U.S. Figure Skating senior o No double jump can be included more revolutions o Must fully free skate test than twice, and if repeated, at least 1 o All 3 basic utilize the ice attempt must be as part of a jump positions with surface combination or sequence minimum 2 revs in  One *means required element o Maximum 3 jump combinations or each position for Choreographic sequences highest base value Sequence* (ChSq) Full U.S. Figure Skating o Jump combinations limited to 2 jumps.  1 spin with a flying o Must be membership required One 3-jump combination is allowed entry* clearly visible o Number of jumps in jump sequence is not o Minimum 6 limited revolutions  1 spin with only one position* o Minimum 6 revolutions  All spins may start with a flying entry.  Spins must be of a

ADULT 1-6, BEGINNER, HIGH BEGINNER COMPULSORY  The skating order of the elements is optional. Element may only be attempted once.  To be skated in simple program format with limited connecting steps, ½ ice.  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each element MISSING, REPEATED or from a higher level Level Time Elements  Forward Marching Adult 1 1:30  Forward two-foot glide Max.  Forward swizzle (4-6 in a row)  Forward snowplow stop – two feet or one foot  Forward skating across the width of the ice Adult 2 1:30  Forward one-foot glides Max.  Forward slalom  Backward skating  Backward swizzles, 4-6 in a row  Forward stroking using the blade properly Adult 3 1:30  Forward half-swizzle pumps on the circle, 6 to 8 in a row, clockwise and counterclockwise Max.  Forward chasses on a circle, clockwise and counterclockwise  Backward skating to a long two-foot glide  Backward snowplow stop, Right and Left  Forward outside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 4 1:30  Forward inside edge on a circle, right and left Max.  Forward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise  Hockey stop, both directions  Backward one-foot glides, right and left  Backward outside edge and backward inside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 5 1:30  Backward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise Max.  Forward outside three-turn, right and left  Beginning two-foot spin (min 2 revs)  Forward stroking with crossover end patterns Adult 6 1:30  Backward stroking with crossover end patterns Max.  Forward inside three-turn, right and left  T-stop  Lunge  Two-foot spin into one-foot spin (min 2 revs on 1 foot)  Bunny hop Adult 1:30  Mazurka Beginner Max.  Forward beginning one-foot spin from backward crossovers (min 2 revs)  Forward moving inside open Mohawk (right and left) – heel to instep  Alternating right and left forward outside and inside edges across the width of the ice (one outside edge, right and left, one inside edge, right and left)  Waltz Jump Adult High 1:30  ½ Flip Beginner Max.  Forward upright spin – minimum 3 revolutions  Backward outside three- turn, right and left  Alternating right and left backward outside and inside edges across the width of the ice (one outside edge, right and left, one inside edge, right and left)

ADULT 1-6 FREE SKATE WITH MUSIC General event parameters:  The skating order of the required elements is optional.  The elements are not restricted to the number of times element is executed, or length of glides, number of revolutions, etc. unless otherwise stated. Connecting moves and steps should be demonstrated throughout the program.  To be skated on full ice  The skater must demonstrate the required elements and may use, but is not required to use, any additional elements from previous (lower) levels.  A 0.2 deduction will be taken for each required element MISSING and for those elements performed from a higher level.

Level Time Elements  Forward Marching Adult 1 1:40 Max  Forward two-foot glide  Forward swizzle (4-6 in a row)  Forward snowplow stop – two feet or one foot  Forward skating across the width of the ice Adult 2 1:40 Max  Forward one-foot glides  Forward slalom  Backward skating  Backward swizzles, 4-6 in a row  Forward stroking using the blade properly Adult 3 1:40 Max  Forward half-swizzle pumps on the circle, 6 to 8 in a row, clockwise and counterclockwise  Backward skating to a long two-foot glide  Forward chasses on a circle, clockwise and counterclockwise  Backward snowplow stop, Right and Left  Forward outside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 4 1:40 Max  Forward inside edge on a circle, right and left  Forward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise  Backward one-foot glides, right and left  Hockey stop, both directions  Backward outside edge on a circle, right and left Adult 5 1:40 Max  Backward inside edge on a circle, right and left  Backward crossovers, clockwise and counterclockwise  Forward outside three-turn, right and left  Beginning two-foot spin  Forward stroking with crossover end patterns Adult 6 1:40 Max  Backward stroking with crossover end patterns  Forward inside three-turn, right and left  T-stop  Lunge  Two-foot spin into one-foot spin (min 2 revs on 1 foot)

ADULT BEGINNER – BRONZE FREE SKATE PROGRAM WITH MUSIC

General event parameters:  Skaters will skate to the music of their choice and vocal music is allowed  To be skated on full ice  The minimum number of required spin revolutions is indicated in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position.

Level Jumps Spins Step Sequences Qualifications Adult Beginner Max. 4 jump elements Max. 2 spins  Jumps limited to bunny hop,  Two forward Connecting moves Skaters may not 1:40 Maximum mazurka, ballet and Waltz jump upright spins, and steps should be have passed tests  Max 1 combination or sequence no change of demonstrated higher than U.S. consisting of only the allowed listed foot, no flying throughout the Figure Skating Learn jumps entry (Min. 3 program to Skate USA Free  Max. 2 of any same jump revolutions) Skate 1

Adult High Max 4 jump elements: Max 2 spins: Beginner  Jumps limited to bunny hop,  Two upright Connecting moves Skaters may not mazurka, ballet, stag, split, waltz, ½ spins, change of and steps should be have passed any 1:40 Maximum flip, ½ Lutz foot optional, demonstrated U.S. Figure Skating  Max 1 combination or sequence no flying entry throughout the Free Skate tests consisting of only the allowed listed (Min. 3 program jumps revolutions)  Max. 2 of any same type jump. Adult Pre- Max 4 Jump Elements: Max 2 Spins: Bronze  Jump combinations and sequences  Max Level 1 Connecting steps Skaters may not are optional, but no more than 2  Spins must be throughout the have passed tests 1:40 Maximum combinations or sequences may be of different program are required higher than U.S. included character (for Figure Skating Adult  1 jump combination/sequence may definition, see Pre-Bronze or Pre- consist of three jumps, and the other U.S. Figure Preliminary Free may have only two jumps. Skating rule Skate  Each jump may be repeated only 4103 E) once and only as part of a combination or sequence (maximum of 2 of any jump)  Only single and half-revolution jumps are allowed  No single Lutz, single Axel or double jumps are allowed Adult Bronze Max 4 Jump Elements: Max 2 Spins: Max 1 Sequence:  Max 2 combinations or sequences; • Max Level 1 Skaters may not 1:50 maximum  1 combination/sequence may consist • Spins must be of  Choreographic have passed tests of three jumps, and the other may different character (for Step Sequence higher than U.S. have only two jumps definition, see U.S. Figure Skating Adult  Each jump may be repeated only Figure Skating rule Must use at least ½ Bronze or once, and only as part of a 4103 (E)) ice surface Preliminary Free combination or sequence (maximum • Min 3 revs total if no Skate of 2 of any jump) change of foot May include Moves in  All single jumps are permitted • Min 3 revs each foot if the Field and spirals (except single Axel) change of foot  No single Axel, double or triple jumps • Min 2 revs in each are permitted position • No flying spins are permitted

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions EVENT: Adult Compulsory Moves

General event parameters:

1. Pre-Bronze to Silver: Elements skated on ½ ice 2. Gold/Masters: Elements skated on full-ice 3. Elements may be performed only once 4. Music is not allowed 5. Minimum number of revolutions is noted in parentheses

Level Time Elements  Two forward crossovers into a forward inside Mohawk, step down Adult Pre-Bronze 1:30 and cross behind, step into one backward crossover and step to a MAX forward inside edge, clockwise and counterclockwise  Jump combination or sequence consisting of only ½ revolution jumps (half loop is considered a full revolution jump) – maximum of 2 jumps in a combination and 3 jumps in a sequence  Forward upright spin (Min. 3 revolutions)  Forward spiral (any edge)  Single Salchow Adult Bronze 1:30  Waltz jump – toe loop combination jump MAX  Backward Upright Spin – entry optional (Min. 3 revolutions)  Spiral sequence (Min. 2 spirals)  Single loop Adult Silver 1:30  Single/single jump combination MAX  Sit spin (Min. 3 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence  Single Lutz or Axel Adult Gold 1:30  Single/single or single/double jump combination MAX  Camel spin (Min. 4 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence  Axel, double Salchow , double toe loop or double loop Masters 1:30  Jump combination (double/double, single/double or Intermediate/Novice MAX double/single) that may include double Salchow , double toe loop or double loop and any single jump including Axel  Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 6 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence  Choice of any double jump Masters Junior/Senior 1:30  Jump combination that may include any double jump MAX  Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 8 revolutions)  Straight line step sequence

U.S. Figure Skating Non Qualifying Competitions

EVENT: Adult Free Skate

General event parameters: 1. Skaters may not enter both a Well Balanced Free Skate event and a Test Track Free Skate event at the same nonqualifying competition. 2. Skaters will skate to the music of their choice. Vocal music is permitted at all levels. 3. Level will be determined by the highest free skate test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 4. Minimum number of spin revolutions are in parentheses following the spin description. Revolutions must be in position. 5. The following deductions will be taken: - -0.1 from each mark for each technical element included that is not permitted in the event description. - -0.2 from the technical mark for each extra element included. - -0.1 from the technical mark for any spin that is less than the required minimum revolutions.

Level Time Jumps Spins Step Sequences

Max. 7 Max. 3 Max. 1  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  Spins must be of different character (for definition, To be chosen from:  Min. 1*, max. 3 combinations or sequences see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E)  Choreographic step CHAMPIONSHIP  Two combinations/sequences are limited to two jumps, and one  Min. 5 revolutions total if no change of foot sequence MASTERS three-jump combination/sequence is permitted  Min. 4 revolutions each foot if change of foot or  Choreographic JUNIOR/SENIOR  Number of jumps in sequence is unlimited, but only the two  Min. 2 revolutions in position highest-value jumps in a jump sequence will be counted sequence &  No Axels and multi-rotation jumps may be repeated more than MASTERS once, and if repeated, those jumps must be in combination or Must fully utilize the JUNIOR sequence ice surface & MASTERS SENIOR

Additional moves in 3:40 max the field, spiral and * means element is required step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such.

Max. 6 Max. 3 Max. 1  1 must be an Axel-type jump*  Spins must be of different character (for definition, To be chosen from:  Min. 1*, max. 3 combinations or sequences see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E)  Choreographic step  Two combinations/sequences are limited to two jumps, and one  Min. 5 revolutions total if no change of foot sequence CHAMPIONSHIP three-jump combination/sequence is permitted  Min. 4 revolutions each foot if change of foot or MASTERS  Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of  Min. 2 revolutions in position  Choreographic INTERMEDIATE/NOVICE combination or sequence sequence &  All single jumps and the following double jumps are permitted: MASTERS double toe loop, double Salchow, double loop Must fully utilize the INTERMEDIATE &  Only one double-double jump combination or sequence is ice surface

MASTERS NOVICE permitted  Double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps are not Additional moves in the field, spiral and 3:10 max permitted step sequences will * means element is required not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such.

CHAMPIONSHIP GOLD Max. 5 Max. 3 Max. 1 &  Min. 1*, max. 3 combinations or sequences  Spins must be of different character (for definition, To be chosen from: ADULT GOLD  Two combinations/sequences are limited to two jumps, and one see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E)  Choreographic step three-jump combination/sequence is permitted  Min. 4 revolutions total if no change of foot sequence 2:40 max  Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of  Min. 4 revolutions each foot if change of foot or combination or sequence  Min. 2 revolutions in position  Choreographic * means element is required  All single jumps, including an Axel-type jump, are permitted, as sequence are the following double jumps: double toe loop, double Salchow.  No double-double jump combinations or sequences are permitted Must fully utilize the  Double loop, double flip, double Lutz, double Axel and triple jumps ice surface are not permitted Additional moves in the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such.

Max. 5 Max. 2 Max. 1  Min. 1*, max. 2 combinations or sequences  Spins must be of different character (for definition, To be chosen from:  One combination/sequence may consist of three jumps, and the see U.S. Figure Skating rule 4103E)  Step sequence other may have only two jumps  Min. 3 revolutions total if no change of foot or  Additional jump sequences which contain non-listed jumps of not  Min. 3 revolutions each foot if change of foot  Spiral sequence more than one revolution (i.e. mazurkas, half-loops, etc.)  Min. 2 revolutions in position (any pattern) ADULT SILVER performed as part of connecting footwork preceding single jumps are permitted Must use at least ½ 2:10 max  Each jump may be repeated only once, and only as part of ice surface combination or sequence  All single jumps are permitted, including an Axel-type jump. Additional moves in * means element is required  No double or triple jumps are permitted the field, spiral and step sequences will not be counted as elements but will be counted as transitions and marked as such.

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Jumps Challenge

General event parameters: 7. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 8. Pre-juvenile and lower will be skated ½ ice; Juvenile – senior will be skated on full ice 9. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Level Time Skating rules / standards 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) Beginner 1:15 max. 2. ½ flip or ½ Lutz 3. Single Salchow 1. Waltz jump (from backward crossovers) High 1:15 max. 2. Single Salchow Beginner 3. Jump combination – waltz jump-toe loop 1. Single toe loop No-Test 1:15 max. 2. Single loop 3. Jump combination – Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 1. Single toe loop Pre – 1:15 max. 2. Single flip Preliminary 3. Jump combination - Any two ½ or single revolution jumps (no Axel) 2. Single flip Preliminary 1:15 max. 3. Single Lutz 4. Jump combination – Any single jump + single loop (may be Axel) 5. Single Axel Pre – 1:15 max. 6. Single or double jump Juvenile 7. Jump combination – single/single (no Axel) 5. Single Axel Juvenile & 1:15 max. 6. Double Salchow Open Juv. 7. Jump combination – single/single or double/single (no Axel) 5. Single Axel Intermediate 1:30 max. 6. Double loop* 7. Jump combination – double/single (no Axel) 5. Double loop Novice 1:30 max. 6. Double flip* 7. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 5. Choice of double or triple jump Junior 1:30 max. 6. Double or triple flip* 7. Jump combination – double/double (may be double Axel) 5. Choice of double or triple jump Senior 1:30 max. 6. Double or triple Lutz* 7. Jump combination – double/double or triple/double (may be double Axel)

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Moves in the field

General event parameters: 1. Levels are based on the skaters’ highest Moves in the field test passed. 2. A moves in the field competition event will consist of the skater performing two moves in the field patterns. 3. The patterns to be skated depend on which quarter of the year the competition is held. The skater will perform the two patterns listed for their level, based upon the date of the competition. If the competition falls over two quarters (for example, June 30th – July 2nd), the moves will be selected based on the start date of the competition listed in the announcement (in this example, the 2nd quarter). 4. Each skater will complete both of their required patterns consecutively in the order listed, pausing briefly in between. 5. The host club may choose to play background music, at a low volume, at their discretion.

Level January 1- April 1st – July 1st – October 1st – March 31st June 30th September 30th December 31st Pre-Preliminary 1. Forward perimeter 1. Forward perimeter 1. Basic consecutive 1. Waltz eight stroking (1/2 rink only) stroking (1/2 rink only). edges (Backward 2. Forward left & right 2. Basic consecutive 2. Waltz eight (2 outside & backward spirals edges (Forward patterns/foot) inside only). outside & forward 2. Forward left & right inside only) spirals Preliminary 1. Forward & 1. Forward & 1. Forward circle eight 1. Forward circle eight backward crossovers backward crossovers 2. Alternating forward 3- 2. Forward power 3- 2. Forward power 3- 2. Consecutive turns. turns. turns outside & inside spirals Pre-Juvenile 1. Forward & 1. Forward & 1. Five-step mohawk 1. Forward outside- backward perimeter backward power sequence. backward inside 3- stroking. change of edge pulls. 2. Backward circle turns. 2. Forward outside and 2. Forward inside and eight. 2. Backward circle backward inside 3- backward outside 3- eight. turns. turns. Juvenile 1. Forward power 1. Backward power 1. Eight-step mohawk 1. Forward & backward circle circle. sequence. free skate cross strokes. 2. Backward power 3- 2. Forward double 3- 2. Forward double 3- 2. Backward power 3- turns. turns. turns. turns. Intermediate 1. Brackets in the field 1. Brackets in the field 1. Forward twizzles (left 1. Backward double 2. Spiral sequence 2. Forward twizzles forward outside & left three-turns. (right forward outside forward inside only). 2. Brackets in the field & right forward inside 2. Inside slide chasse only) pattern. Novice 1. Inside 3-turns/rocker- 1. Forward & 1. Forward & backward 1. Backward rocker choctaws backward outside inside counters. choctaw sequence 2. Twizzles (Backward counters. 2. Forward inside & 2. Forward inside & outside only) 2. Twizzles (Backward outside loops. outside loops. inside only) Junior 1. Forward & 1. Forward & 1. Straight line step 1. Straight line step backward outside backward inside sequence. sequence rockers rockers 2. Power pulls 2. Backward loop 2. Backward loop 2. Choctaw sequence pattern. pattern. Senior 1. Sustained edge step 1. Spiral sequence 1. Backward outside 1. Backward inside 2. Serpentine step 2. Serpentine step power double 3-turns to double 3-turns to sequence sequence power inside double power double outside rockers. rockers 2. Serpentine step 2. Serpentine step sequence sequence

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Spins Challenge General event parameters: 10. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. Only required elements may be included. 11. All events are skated on ½ ice. 12. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards Upright one-foot spin (3) Beginner 1:30 max. Upright back spin (3) Sit spin (3) Upright one-foot spin (4) High 1:30 max. Upright spin with change of foot (3 each foot) Beginner Sit spin (3) Upright spin with change of foot (3 each foot) No-Test 1:30 max. Sit spin (3) Camel spin (3) Spin with one change of position and no change of foot (6) Pre – 1:30 max. Backward sit spin (3) Preliminary Camel spin (4) Spin with one change of foot and one change of position (min. 3 each foot) Preliminary 1:30 max. Combination sit spin with change of foot (min 3. each foot) One position spin – skater’s choice (upright, sit or camel) (4) 8. Camel spin (3) Pre – 1:30 max. 9. Combination spin – camel to sit spin; no change of foot (6) Juvenile 10. Forward to backward scratch spin (3 per foot) 8. Sit spin (4) Juvenile & 1:30 max. 9. Combination spin – with change of foot; optional change of position Open Juv. (4 per foot) 10. Girls – layback spin (4); Boys – camel spin (4) 8. Flying camel spin (5) Intermediate 1:30 max. 9. Sit spin to backward sit spin (4 per foot) 10. Combination spin – change of foot & change of position (4 per foot) 8. Choice of camel, sit or layback spin (6) Novice 1:30 max. 9. Camel spin to backward camel spin (4 per foot in position) 10. Combination spin – change of foot & two changes of position (2 per position & 5 per foot) 8. Flying sit spin or flying reverse sit spin (6) Junior 1:30 max. 9. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly 10. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot) 8. Flying spin of choice (6) Senior 1:30 max. 9. Solo spin of choice (6) – may not fly 10. Combination spin – with change of foot & utilizing all three positions (2 per position & 5 per foot)

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Step Sequences

General event parameters: 13. Levels are based on the skaters’ highest Moves in the Field test passed. 14. Music of skater’s choice, including vocal music, not to exceed the maximum (less time is fine). 15. Skates perform two different step sequences of their choice; any shape or pattern is permitted; however, skaters must make it clear when their first step sequence ends, and their second begins. 16. Each of the step sequences must include the required steps and/or turns listed for each level. 17. Each step sequence may, and is encouraged to, include additional steps or turns. 18. Each step sequence must utilize the full ice surface. 19. Skaters are encouraged to focus on edge quality, clarity of turns, multi-directional and one-foot skating.

Level Time Required elements Each of the two step sequences must include: Pre- 1:00 max. - Forward outside 3-turn Preliminary - Inside mohawk - Demonstration of forward outside & forward inside edges Each of the two step sequences must include: Preliminary 1:00 max. - At least two consecutive forward outside power 3-turns - Forward inside 3-turn - At least one set of alternating 3-turns (outside or inside) Each of the two step sequences must include: Pre-Juvenile 1:00 max. 1. Backward inside 3-turns on each foot 2. Backward outside 3-turns on each foot 3. At least 2 consecutive power pulls (backward or forward) Each of the two step sequences must include: Juvenile & 1:30 max. 1. Forward outside double 3 (either foot) Open Juv. 2. Forward inside double 3 (either foot) 3. At least 2 consecutive cross strokes (backward or forward) Each of the two step sequences must include: 1. Choice of backward double 3 Intermediate 1:30 max. 2. At least 2 different brackets with clear entry & exit edges 3. Forward inside 1 ½ twizzle 4. Forward outside 1 ½ twizzle Each of the two step sequences must include: Novice 2:00 max. 11. At least 2 different counters with clear entry & exit edges 12. Forward outside & forward inside loop (either foot) 13. Backward outside double twizzle 14. Backward inside double twizzle Each of the two step sequences must include: Junior 2:00 max. 11. At least 2 different rockers with clear entry & exit edges 12. At least 2 different choctaws 13. Backward outside & backward inside loop (either foot) 14. A combination of at least 3 different turns done on one foot Each of the two step sequences must include: 1. At least 1 of each of the following turns: 3-turn, bracket, rocker, counter, Senior 2:00 max. choctaw, loop, and twizzle. 2. A combination of at least 3 different turns, to be selected from counter, rocker, bracket, twizzle and loop, done on one foot. 3. An upper body movement. (Any movements of the arms, head and torso that have an effect on the balance of the main body core.)

Note: If necessary, skaters may combine items 1 & 2. For example, performing 3 different consecutive turns on one foot may also count towards the requirement of demonstrating all seven of the listed turns/steps.

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Adult Jumps Challenge

General event parameters: 20. Each jump may be attempted twice; the best attempt will be counted. 21. Adult silver and lower will be skated ½ ice; adult gold – masters junior/senior will be skated on full ice 22. Jumps with an “*” must be preceded with connecting steps (intermediate – senior)

Level Time Elements 1. Bunny Hop Adult Beginner 1:00 2. Mazurka or ballet jump

1. Waltz or toe loop jump Adult Pre-Bronze 1;00 2. ½ flip, ½ Lutz or ½ loop

1. Single Salchow Adult Bronze 1:00 2. Single toe loop 3. Any single jump + single toe loop combination (No Axels allowed) 1. Single flip Adult Silver 1:15 2. Single loop 3. Single/single combination (Axel is permitted) 1. Single Axel Adult Gold 1:15 2. Single Lutz 3. Single/single or single/double jump combination (may include any single jump, double toe loop or double Salchow) 1. Axel Masters 1:30 2. Double Salchow , double toe loop or double loop Intermediate/Novice 3. Jump combination (double/double, single/double or double/single) that may include double Salchow , double toe loop or double loop and any single jump including Axel 1. Double loop or double flip Masters Junior/Senior 1:30 2. Double Lutz 3. Jump combination that may include any double jump

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Adult Spins Challenge

General event parameters: 1. Spins may be skated in any order. Connecting steps are allowed, but will not be taken into consideration in scoring. Spins may not be repeated. On required elements may be included. 2. All events are skated on ½ ice. 3. Minimum number of revolutions are noted in parentheses.

Level Time Skating rules / standards

Adult Beginner 1:15 1. Pivot 2. Two-foot upright spin (2)

Adult Pre-Bronze 1:15 1. One-foot upright spin (3) 2. Two-foot upright spin (3)

Adult Bronze 1:15 1. One-foot upright spin (4) 2. One-foot back spin (3) 3. Sit spin (3)

Adult Silver 1:30 1. Camel spin (3) 2. Layback, sideways leaning or sit spin (4) 3. Combination spin with at least one change of position, no change of foot (3 in each position)

Adult Gold 1:30 1. Solo spin, no change of foot (4) 2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional (4) 3. Combination spin with only one change of foot and at least one change of position (4 each foot)

Masters 1:30 1. Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 6 revolutions) Intermediate/Novice 2. Second solo spin, different from the first; change of foot optional (4) May have a flying entry 3. Combination spin that may have more than one change of foot and at least one change of position (4 each foot)

Masters Junior/Senior 1:30 1. Solo spin of skater’s choice (Min. 8 revolutions) 2. Solo spin with a flying entry 3. Combination spin that may have more than one change of foot and at least one change of position (4 each foot). May have a flying entry

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Showcase Events – Dramatic Entertainment Events

Format:  Programs should express intense emotional connection and investment in the music, choreography and theme concept through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions. The entire gamut of emotions may be expressed including intense joy and/or introspectiveness.  Props and scenery ARE permitted.

General event parameters: 1. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed, as listed in the table below. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 2. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline. 3. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Dramatic Entertainment Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify.

Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Event Must have passed Free Skating or Dance Free Skate or Dance (solo or Age Time test (solo or partnered standard track) partnered) Test or higher

No Test Pre-Preliminary Free Skate No age (does not qualify for No Free Skate test passed 1:30 max Any Free Dance restriction National Showcase)

Pre-Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate No age (does not qualify for Pre-Preliminary Free Skate 1:30 max Any Free Dance restriction National Showcase)

Pre Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20)

Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20) Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Juvenile OR OR 3 and under 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance

Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Teen OR OR 14-17 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate Novice Free Skate Intermediate OR OR 17 and under 2:10 max Intermediate Free Dance Novice Free Dance

Juvenile Free Skate Novice Free Skate Young Adult OR OR 18-20 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Novice Free Dance Novice Free Skate Junior Free Skate Novice OR OR 2:10 max Novice Free Dance Junior Free Dance

Junior Free Skate Senior Free Skate Junior OR OR 2:40 max Junior Free Dance Senior Free Dance

Senior Free Skate Senior OR 2:40 max Senior Free Dance Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or Event Age Time Test (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or partnered; standard, adult, or masters masters track) track) or higher

Adult Pre- Adult Bronze Free Skate Bronze Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate (does not OR 21 and older 1:40 max OR qualify for Pre-Preiminary Free Skate Any Free Dance National Showcase) Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Adult Bronze Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance 21 and older 1:40 max OR Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Pre-Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17) OR 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94) Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94) Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Silver Free Dance Novice Free Dance Adult Silver 21 and older 1:40 max Intermediate Free Dance Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) OR OR 4th Figure (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

Adult Gold Free Skate Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91) Juvenile Free Skate Junior Free Dance Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Gold Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max Novice Free Dance OR OR 5th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77)

Intermediate Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Junior Free Dance Masters Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max 3rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) OR 8th Figure Test (10/1/77-9/30/79)

* For the US Adult Championships and adult sectional championships, skaters must meet the test requirements for the level at which they want to compete; rules 2540-2552 apply,; and the same level must be chosen for all showcase events at the competition (for example, a skater may not compete in Masters Dramatic Entertainment and Adult Gold Light Entertainment events at the same competition). Adult athletes wishing to be grandfathered into a higher level based on participation at the Adult Championships or National Showcase prior to 4/30/17 may make this request to the National Vice Chair for National Showcase. For all other competitions, skaters must compete at their test level or one level higher, per the above chart. For Basic Skills levels and events, please refer to the U.S. Figure Skating Compete USA Competition Manual for Showcase event levels, elements, qualifications, program lengths and descriptions. For events offered, refer to the competition announcement. U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Showcase Events – Light Entertainment Events

Format:  Showcase program that should express a carefree concept or storyline designed to uplift and entertain the audience through related skating movements, gestures and physical actions.  Props and scenery are permitted.

General event parameters: 4. Level will be determined by the highest free skate or dance (solo or partnered) test passed. Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up to one level higher. 5. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline. 6. Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Light Entertainment Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify.

Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Event Must have passed Free Skating or Dance Free Skate or Dance (solo or Age Time test (solo or partnered standard track) partnered) Test or higher

Pre-Preliminary Free Skate No Test No age (does not qualify for No Free Skate test passed OR 1:30 max restriction National Showcase) Any Free Dance

Preliminary Free Skate Pre-Preliminary No age (does not qualify for Pre-Preliminary Free Skate OR 1:30 max restriction National Showcase) Any Free Dance

Pre Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Preliminary Preliminary Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20)

Juvenile Free Skate No minimum Pre Juvenile Pre Juvenile Free Skate OR age 1:40 max Juvenile Free Dance (max age 20) Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Juvenile OR OR 3 and under 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance

Juvenile Free Skate Intermediate Free Skate Teen OR OR 14-17 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance

Intermediate Free Skate Novice Free Skate Intermediate OR OR 17 and under 2:10 max Intermediate Free Dance Novice Free Dance

Juvenile Free Skate Novice Free Skate Young Adult OR OR 18-20 2:10 max Juvenile Free Dance Novice Free Dance

Novice Free Skate Junior Free Skate Novice OR OR 2:10 max Novice Free Dance Junior Free Dance Junior Free Skate Senior Free Skate Junior OR OR 2:40 max Junior Free Dance Senior Free Dance

Senior Free Skate Senior OR 2:40 max Senior Free Dance Must meet requirements* Must not have passed Must have passed Free Skate or Dance Free Skate or Dance Test (solo or Event Age Time Test (solo or partnered, standard, adult, or partnered; standard, adult, or masters masters track) track) or higher

Adult Pre- Adult Bronze Free Skate Adult Pre-Bronze Free Skate Bronze OR Preliminary Free Skate 21 and older 1:40 max (does not qualify for OR National Showcase) Pre-Preiminary Free Skate Any Free Dance

Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Bronze Free Skate Pre Juvenile Free Skate Preliminary Free Skate Adult Silver Free Dance Adult Bronze Juvenile Free Dance Intermediate Free Dance 21 and older 1:40 max OR Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Pre-Bronze Dance Test (prior to 4/30/17) OR 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

Adult Silver Free Skate Adult Gold Free Skate Juvenile Free Skate (prior to 10/1/94) Juvenile Free Skate (On/after 10/1/94) Pre Juvenile Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Silver Free Dance Novice Free Dance Adult Silver 21 and older 1:40 max Intermediate Free Dance Bronze Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) Preliminary Free Dance (prior to 9/2/2000) OR OR 4th Figure (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1/77)

Adult Gold Free Skate Intermediate FS (on/after 10/1/91) Juvenile Free Skate Junior Free Dance Adult Gold Free Dance Adult Gold Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max Novice Free Dance OR OR 5th Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) 3rd Figure (prior to 10/1//77)

Intermediate Free Skate Adult Gold Free Dance Junior Free Dance Masters Silver Free Dance (Prior to 9/2/2000) 21 and older 1:40 max 3rd Figure Test (prior to 10/1/77) OR 8th Figure Test (10/1/77-9/30/79)

* For the US Adult Championships and adult sectional championships, skaters must meet the test requirements for the level at which they want to compete; rules 2540-2552 apply,; and the same level must be chosen for all showcase events at the competition (for example, a skater may not compete in Masters Dramatic Entertainment and Adult Gold Light Entertainment events at the same competition). Adult athletes wishing to be grandfathered into a higher level based on participation at the Adult Championships or National Showcase prior to 4/30/17 may make this request to the National Vice Chair for National Showcase. For all other competitions, skaters must compete at their test level or one level higher, per the above chart. For Basic Skills levels and events, please refer to the U.S. Figure Skating Compete USA Competition Manual for Showcase event levels, elements, qualifications, program lengths and descriptions. For events offered, refer to the competition announcement.

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Showcase Events – Interpretive Events

Format: Interpretive is a performance choreographed by the competitor, unaccompanied and unassisted, to music supplied by the competition committee / LOC. Programs should incorporate various elements of expressive movement and skating moves, to enhance the skater’s interpretation of the music, rather than technical elements.  The music will be played continuously during a 30-minute off-ice session in a room and twice during an on-ice warm-up prior to the performance. o The room will be attended only by the adult monitor assigned to play the music and the competing skaters.  After the warm up, skaters will go back to a room, with no music being played.  Skaters will be brought to the ice when the previous skater finishes.  All competitors in an event will interpret the same music.  Props are permitted but must be brought into the room prior to listening to the music, and be taken to the ice only when the skater is called to perform. Props may not be pre-positioned on the performance surface.

Current guidelines and procedures for nonqualifying showcase competitions can be found at www.usfigureskating.org, under “Programs” on the National Showcase page.

Interpretative Events and Levels: Except for Adult events, skaters must compete at the highest level for which they qualify

Level Program Duration Test Requirements (Freeskate or Free Dance)

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up Pre-juvenile and below 1:00 maximum to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up Juvenile - novice 1:30 maximum to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up Junior and senior 1:30 maximum to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up Teen and young adult 1:30 maximum to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

Skaters may compete at the highest level they have passed, or skate up All adult events 1:30 maximum to one level higher. The determination of level will be based upon test requirement at the entry deadline.

U.S. Figure Skating Nonqualifying Competitions

EVENT: Solo Pattern Dance

General event parameters: 4. Levels are based upon the skaters’ highest pattern dance test passed. 5. A solo pattern dance competition event will consist of the skater performing two solo pattern dances. 6. The patterns to be skated depend upon which quarter of the year the competition is held. The skater will perform the two pattern dances listed for their level, based upon the date of the competition. If the competition falls over two quarters (for example, June 30th – July 2nd), the dance will be selected based on the start date of the competition listed in the announcement (in this example, the 2nd quarter). 7. Skaters will complete both of the dances at each level. Dances will be scheduled at the discretion of the Chief Referee for each competition and may be competed consecutively or with a break in-between pattern dances groupings.

Level January 1- April 1st – July 1st – October 1st – March 31st June 30th September 30th December 31st Preliminary 1. Dutch Waltz 1. Rhythm Blues 1. Canasta 1. Rhythm Blues y 2. Canasta Tango 2. Dutch Waltz Tango 2. Dutch Waltz 2. Rhythm Blues Pre-bronze 1. Swing 1. Fiesta Tango 1. Cha-Cha 1. Swing 2. Cha-Cha 2. Swing 2. Fiesta Tango 2. Cha-Cha Bronze 1. Hickory 1. Ten Fox 1. Willow Waltz 1. Hickory Hoedown 2. Hickory 2. Ten Fox Hoedown 2. Willow Waltz Hoedown 2. Willow Watz Pre-silver 1. Fourteenstep 1. Foxtrot 1. European 1. Fourteenstep 2. European Waltz 2. Fourteenstep Waltz 2. European Waltz 2. Foxtrot Silver 1. American Waltz 1. Rocker Foxtrot 1. Silver Tango 1. American Waltz 2. Silver Tango 2. American Waltz 2. Rocker 2. Silver Tango Foxtrot Pre-gold 1. Killian 1. Paso Doble 1. Killian 1. Paso Doble 2. Blues 2. Starlight Waltz 2. Blues 2. Starlight Watlz Gold 1. Viennese Waltz 1. Westminster 1. Viennese 1. Westminster 2. Argentine Waltz Waltz Waltz Tango 2. Quickstep 2. Argentine 2. Quickstep Tango

EVENT: Free Dance Requirements for Juvenile: Juvenile Solo Free Dance: 1:40 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating test structure.

Edge One short edge element, but no more. The edge element must be held for a Elements minimum of three seconds, but cannot exceed six seconds.

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions on one foot. Spin combinations not permitted. *NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline or diagonal. The Sequence step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns and must include three-turns and Mohawks.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle One twizzle. Minimum one revolution.

Dance Stop One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds. The stop must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

Free Dance Requirements for Intermediate:

Intermediate Solo Free Dance: 2:00 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating test structure.

Edge Two short edge elements, but no more. The edge elements must be held for Elements a minimum of three seconds, but not more than six seconds. Edge elements should have different positions^.

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions on one foot. Spin combinations not permitted. *NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline or diagonal. The Sequence step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns and must include three-turns, mohawks and brackets.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle One twizzle series. Minimum one revolution on each twizzle. No more than Series three steps between twizzles.

Dance Stop One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds. The stop must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

Free Dance Requirements for Novice: Novice Solo Free Dance: 2:10 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Music at this level is strongly suggested to be in the same rhythms as the U.S. Figure Skating test structure.

Edge One combination edge element – each edge must be held for a minimum Elements of 3 seconds, but the total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And one short edge element held for a minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed six seconds. No more than one combination and one short edge element permitted. Edge elements should have different positions.^

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions on one foot. May change feet. *NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step One step sequence from the following list: circular, midline or diagonal. The Sequence step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns and must include three-turns, mohawks, brackets and counters.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle One twizzle series. Minimum two revolutions on each twizzle. No more than Series three steps between twizzles.

Dance Stop One full stop to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds. The stop must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

Free Dance Requirements for Junior: Junior Solo Free Dance: 2:30 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Edge One combination edge element – each edge must be held for a minimum Elements of 3 seconds, but the total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And two short edge elements held for a minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed six seconds. No more than one combination and two short edge elements permitted. Edge elements must have different positions.^

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions on one foot. May change feet. *NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED

Step Two different step sequences, one selected from Group A and one selected Sequence from Group B.  Group A: Straight Line Step Sequences – midline or diagonal  Group B: Curved Step Sequences (counterclockwise or clockwise) – circular or serpentine

The step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns and must include brackets, counters, rockers and choctaws.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle Two different twizzle series, but no more. Series  Twizzle Series A: Must have a different entry edge and different direction for the two twizzles. Minimum of two revolutions is required on each twizzle. No more than three steps are allowed between twizzles. Twizzles must be different than those used in Twizzle Series B.  Twizzle Series B: Must have two twizzles. Minimum of two revolutions is required on each twizzle. No more than three steps are allowed between twizzles. Twizzles must be different than those used in Twizzle Series A.

Dance Stop Two full stops to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds. The stops must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

Free Dance Requirements for Senior: Senior Solo Free Dance: 2:50 +/- 10 seconds

MUSIC MUST HAVE AN AUDIBLE RHYTHMIC BEAT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 10 SECONDS AT THE BEGINNING OF THE PROGRAM

Edge Two combination edge elements – each edge must be held for a minimum Elements of 3 seconds, but the total element must not exceed 12 seconds. And two short edge elements held for a minimum of three seconds, but not to exceed six seconds. No more than two combination and two short edge elements permitted. Edge elements must have different positions.^

Spin One choreographic dance spin*, but no more. Minimum of three revolutions on one foot. May change feet. *NO FLYING SPINS PERMITTED Step Two different step sequences, one selected from Group A and one selected Sequence from Group B.  Group A: Straight Line Step Sequences – midline or diagonal  Group B: Curved Step Sequences (counterclockwise or clockwise) – circular or serpentine

The step sequence must fully utilize the ice surface and should include a variety of steps and turns and must include brackets, counters, rockers, choctaws and twizzles.

Not permitted elements: stops, pattern regressions, loops and jumps of more than one-half rotation, dance spins, and pirouettes.

Twizzle Two different twizzle series, but no more. Series  Twizzle Series A: Must have a different entry edge and different direction for the two twizzles. Minimum of two revolutions is required on each twizzle. No more than three steps are allowed between twizzles. Twizzles must be different than those used in Twizzle Series B.  Twizzle Series B: Must have two twizzles. Minimum of two revolutions is required on each twizzle. No more than one step is allowed between twizzles. Twizzles must be different than those used in Twizzle Series A.

Dance Stop Two full stops to express the character of the music, not to exceed five seconds. The stops must come at least 10 seconds after the start of the program and at least 10 seconds before the end of the program.

* Choreographic Dance Spin – a dance spin on one foot with a minimum of 3 revolutions in a position that enhances the music and choreography. This element will be judged on how the spin relates to the music and the quality of the spin. Variations in positions will only be rewarded if they enhance the character of the music.

^ Edge Elements must be of a different nature. For example, one spread eagle and one spiral as opposed to two spirals.

PATTERN DANCE (PARTNERED) Juvenile – novice Refer to chart on U.S.F.S. website

SHORT DANCE (PARTNERED) Junior – senior Refer to chart on U.S.F.S. website FREE DANCE (PARTNERED) Juvenile – senior Refer to chart on U.S.F.S. website

39th ANNUAL MAPLEWOOD FALL CLASSIC 2018 PROGRAM

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